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Substation Engineering Manager

Sho-Me Power Electric Cooperative

Marshfield, MO · Posted November 10, 2026

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Marshfield , Missouri, Ready to take the next step in utility engineering leadership? Sho-Me Power Electric Cooperative is seeking a Manager, Substation Engineering to lead our substation engineering team and help deliver critical capital projects across our system. This role combines people leadership, technical oversight, and project management . You'll oversee internal design and inspection personnel, coordinate outside engineering consultants, manage multiple capital projects, review engineering deliverables, support major equipment procurement, and collaborate across System Planning, Meter & Relay, Operations, Maintenance, and Construction. Key Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop technical employees. Manage substation capital projects from scope through closeout. Review engineering drawings, specifications, and consultant deliverables. Oversee project schedules, budgets, resources, and technical quality. Coordinate procurement of major substation equipment and materials. Work across departments to resolve design and construction issues. Support bidding, construction, testing, commissioning, and turnover. Promote safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Experience in electric utility substation design, engineering coordination, equipment procurement, or capital project delivery required. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline preferred. Equivalent utility substation engineering experience may be considered. P.E. licensure preferred. Strong leadership, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills. Working knowledge of utility substation equipment, engineering drawings, construction practices, and applicable codes and standards.

This is a full-time, exempt position that is primarily office-based with periodic travel to substations and construction sites. Join Sho-Me Power and help lead the engineering work that supports a safe, reliable electric system. To access application forms, please visit http://www.shomepower.com/careers/. You may also contact the Human Resources Department via e-mail to hr@shomepower.com. Sho-Me Power is an equal opportunity provider and employer – Vets/Disabled. Please contact Human Resources if you need assistance in completing the application process. Qualifications

Experience in electric utility substation design, engineering coordination, equipment procurement, or capital project delivery required. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline preferred. Equivalent utility substation engineering experience may be considered. P.E. licensure preferred. Strong leadership, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills. Working knowledge of utility substation equipment, engineering drawings, construction practices, and applicable codes and standards.